Panasonic GX850 vs Pentax WG-2 GPS

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic GX850 and Pentax WG-2 GPS, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the GX850 (16MP) and the WG-2 GPS (16MP) is very comparable but the GX850 (Four Thirds) and WG-2 GPS (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GX850 was launched 4 years later than the WG-2 GPS and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GX850 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax WG-2 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the GX850 matches up vs the WG-2 GPS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850 & Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic GX850 Gallery & Pentax WG-2 GPS Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic GX850 offers physical measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-2 GPS has specifications of 122mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the GX850 vs the WG-2 GPS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX850 and WG-2 GPS is 90 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out technical specs. The graphic here will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the GX850 and WG-2 GPS.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The GX850 includes the larger sensor which should make obtaining bokeh easier. The newer GX850 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.